This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your American Sanders machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it.
Page 3
DANGER: Failure to read the Owner’s Manual prior to operating or servicing your American Sanders machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it.
The Epoch The Epoch is a floor sanding machine. It can also be used for polishing, buffing and stripping. The machine can be used on wood, vinyl, terrazzo or cement floors. Model 07217A with HydraSand 07218A 07219A with HydraSand (CSA)
Electrical Connection Instructions 120 VOLT MACHINES Instructions for connection to the power supply and the electrical ground. This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
Machine Set-up WARNING: Always remove the electrical plug from the electrical outlet before installing or changing the sandpaper. How To Install The Sandpaper (HydraSand) To install the sandpaper, follow this procedure: Put the handle in the vertical position. Lock the handle. To lock the handle, push the locking lever down. See figure 1. Tilt the machine backward until the handle is on the floor.
Page 9
Machine Set-up WARNING: Always remove the electrical plug from the electrical outlet before installing or changing the pad or brush. How To Install The Brush Or Pad Driver To install the brush or pad driver, follow this procedure: Put the handle in the vertical position. To lock the handle, push the locking lever down.See figure 5.
Operating Instructions WARNING: Never start machine when the handle is in the vertical position. The switch to start and stop the machine is activated by the interlock switch (Fig. 8) and the levers (Fig 8A) under the handle grips. Figure 8 To start the machine, follow this procedure: 1.
Return the machine to the American Sanders Service Branch or a American Sanders Authorized Service Center for electrical repairs or testing. Maintenance Of The Motor If repairs to the gear unit or motor are needed, do not disassemble the gears and motor. Return the machine to the nearest American Sanders Service Branch or American Sanders Authorized Service Center.
Page 12
Replace with a 12/3 extension cord. Using more than one extension cord. Only use one 50ft Low voltage 12/3 extension cord. Electrically connect to American Sanders Power Motor runs sluggish Booster. Motor carbon brushes are worn Check and replace if necessary.
Page 17
Base Assembly Parts List ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION AS027100 FRAME, SANDER 1600, EPOCH, W/ INSERTS RV009600 WHEEL, PERFORMA, 6" GREY 52348A LINK ARM RIGHT 52349A LINK ARM LEFT 57120A PLUG-BUTTON MP165400 BUSHING, FLANGED, BRONZE, 1/2 ID X 1/4 L 73285A LABEL WARNING 80087A SCREW 3/8-16 X 6...
NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY (1) The obligation of American Sanders under this warranty is limited OF MERCHANTABLILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR to repairing or replacing, at its option, any part which is proven to PURPOSE, IS MADE EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED HEREIN.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the 07217A with HydraSand and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers